Klamath Trail

Find gorgeous views from the coastal bluffs along the Klamath section of the California Coastal Trail.

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Klamath Trail Details

The north end of the Klamath Trail begins at Wilson Creek Picnic Area off Highway 101; the south end is at the Klamath Overlook on Requa Road. If starting in the north, hike south two miles to a short spur trail to Hidden Beach; check at the visitor center for low-tide times so you can explore the tidal pools. Return to the main trail and follow it along the bluffs, soaking in the ocean views. Keep an eye out for seabirds off the shore and whales from the Klamath Overlook at the trail's south end. Turn around and retrace your steps for 5.5 miles to your starting point.

Difficulty

Moderate

Distance

11 miles

Estimated time

Region

N/A

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Klamath Trail

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0.6 mi away

Yurok Loop

A quick loop walk on the park's coast.

3.2 mi away

Damnation Creek Trail

A point-to-point trail from Highway 101 to the tide pools on the coast.

3.5 mi away

Klamath Overlook

The Klamath Overlook is an incredible viewpoint located right where the Klamath River meets the ocean.

4.1 mi away

Requa Road

This paved road can be very steep and narrow at times, but offers access to incredible views and the Klamath Overlook.

4.3 mi away

Requa, Calif.

Requa is a small town located just west of US 101 and north of Klamath.